RootedHomes set to break ground on new Redmond middle-income housing community, Rooted at Antler
Barney Lerten
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — RootedHomes, a local non-profit dedicated to affordable housing, is breaking ground later this month on its newest community, Rooted at Antler, on Friday, August 22 from 11 am to 1 pm at 1699 West Antler Avenue in Redmond.
Here’s Tuesday’s full news release:
The community is designed to address Central Oregon’s mid-market housing shortage, offering homeownership to buyers earning up to 120% of the Deschutes County Area Median Income (AMI), a significant increase from the typical 80% AMI.
Rooted at Antler will feature
Middle-Income Cottages: Ten single-family, three-bedroom cottages, similar in design to the popular Simpson and Poplar models, will be available for purchase. Seven of these ten cottages are specifically designed for families earning up to 120% AMI, a demographic often underserved by current housing options.
Accessible Split-Level Duplexes: The community will feature four split-level duplexes, marking RootedHomes’ first homes with ADA accessibility. The four bottom units are designed to be fully ADA accessible, featuring lower counters and larger bathrooms – a direct result of resident-driven design input. The top levels of these duplexes will offer three-bedroom units.
Enhanced Community Features: Addressing common concerns, Rooted at Antler includes enclosed storage areas off porches, providing convenient space for bikes and other personal items. To alleviate parking limitations, parallel parking will be strategically integrated along the street.
The lottery for these homes is expected in January/February. This new community is ideally situated across the street from a Housing Works rental apartment development and a Head Start Daycare, creating a comprehensive and supportive neighborhood environment for families.
“CS Construction is proud to support RootedHomes in turning their exciting vision for the Antler Development into reality,” said Matthew Cohen, Managing Partner of CS Construction. “As a participant on the project team, we have been fortunate to see first-hand the level of commitment, passion, and professionalism the Rooted Team has for creating equitable housing opportunities that enhance and make our community a better place for everyone that calls Central Oregon Home.”
Eliza Wilson, Executive Director of RootedHomes, emphasized the project’s responsiveness to community needs. “Rooted at Antler is a direct answer to the pressing demand for middle-income housing in Central Oregon.
“We heard the community’s concerns about affordability, and this project directly addresses that by creating homes that are accessible to a broader range of working families. We also listened closely to feedback regarding practical needs, which is why we’ve incorporated thoughtful solutions like more parking and much-needed enclosed storage areas, making these homes truly livable and functional for our future homeowners.”
To attend the groundbreaking ceremony, RSVP via email destiny@rootedhomes.org. For more information on RootedHomes and Rooted at Antler, visit https://rootedhomes.org/communities/redmond.
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RootedHomes, formerly Kôr Community Land Trust, is a Central Oregon nonprofit dedicated to creating sustainable, affordable homeownership opportunities for the local workforce. By utilizing the Community Land Trust model, RootedHomes ensures long-term affordability and access to healthy homes for generations. This innovative approach allows RootedHomes to steward the land, keeping housing costs down. Prioritizing equitable access to energy-efficient homes and their associated health and financial benefits by developing to net-zero energy standards is a priority of the organization. RootedHomes is committed to empowering homebuyers who have historically faced barriers to building wealth through homeownership. Through sustainable practices and community-centered development, RootedHomes is making a tangible difference in the lives of Central Oregon residents. Learn more at rootedhomes.org.